Stores Manager

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF STORES MANAGER

JOB LOCATION: Tambaram, Chennai.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Hands on experience in managing stores of a small scale Auto Ancillary unit.
• Must be responsible for total material handling and storage right from receiving, verification of incoming deliveries of all types of materials & tools up to its proper/appropriate storage in safe and organized manner.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and stock levels.
• Must conduct regular stock counts & Monthly reconciliation of Stores inventory between System stock Vs Physical stock and reporting Monthly stock statement, Customer inventory & MIS information.
• Shall Issue materials and consumables to production as per routing card requirements and must maintain all such records of goods received, issued, and returned.
• Must be conversant with FIFO / LIFO.
• Shall Prepare and submit monthly inventory reports to Purchase department.
• Monitor the storage condition of all the materials to prevent damage or wastage or Pilferage. Specific attention to be given for Shelf - life items and maintain it as per Quality System Procedure.
• Reporting on non-moving items and safe upkeep of non-moving inventory
• Proper returning of incoming materials rejections on monthly or regular basis & reporting.
• Ensure all QMS documentation (MRN, GRN, requisition forms, etc.) are filed properly and accessible for audit purposes.
• Proper accounting of Returnable, Non-returnable, DC's / Gate passes. Periodic alerts to top management on the returnable pending items.
• Liaise with the procurement team to reorder materials, based on monthly schedule needs and stock levels. Should track the status of pending orders and communicate expected delivery dates to the production / sales department.
• Ensure the store area complies with safety regulations and standards and shall report any safety concerns or issues to the plant manager.
• Should play a pivotal role and work closely with shift supervisors, production in-charge and others including subcontractors to meet monthly sales plan by organising required materials at right time and right quantity.
• Implement and oversee waste management practices for materials, including recycling and disposal of unusable items.
• Maintenance of Finished Goods Stock Register.
• Preparation of sales invoice and subsequent co – ordination with accounts team.
• Effective usage of ERP in the area of responsibility (i.e.) Stores.
• Coordinate with transport and logistics firms to ensure timely delivery / collection of materials to / from suppliers.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANDIDATE:

• Good verbal and written communication skills to interact with different teams.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily directions from manager to accomplish the tasks.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others, create a positive team spirit

SALARY: Salary is not a constraint for right candidate.

DESIRED CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• B. Com, BBA, PGMM qualifications with 7 to 9 years of total experience, of which minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a stores in-charge in an Automotive industry is preferred.
• Knowledge in ERP / Tally software, inventory management software, Microsoft Office, and other related tools.
• Knowledge & experience in ISO 9000 / IATF Quality system requirements related to Stores
• Candidate shall be disciplined, well organised and strong passion for effective implementation of 5 ‘S’ house-keeping principles.
• Candidates from MSME units with strong desire to learn and grow with the organisation and located in Chennai region are preferred.

COMPANY DETAILS:

Gideon Automotive Industries is an auto ancillary unit situated near Tambaram, Chennai. This unit has been established in the year 2013. Gideon Manufactures Electrical, Electro-Mechanical and electronic sensor products such as solenoid valves, switches, solenoid coil assemblies, and sensors. The majority of the products are proprietary in nature.
Gideon follows the latest manufacturing practices, implements IATF 16949 QMS and managed by professionals.
Gideon is supplying products to reputed Tier-1 customers and OEM in automobile and non-auto industries in India and Abroad. Gideon is growing at a CAGR of 35% since inception and positioned to grow much faster in the coming years.
Gideon offers a satisfactory working environment and believes in treating employees as its important asset.